Summer Recreation….

Historic Camp Richardson Resort & Marina, located on Lake Tahoe’s Southwest Shore, is the closest resort to Emerald Bay as well as gateway to the Desolation Wilderness. Whether you’re looking to kayak along the shore past the turn of the century estates at Tallac, or rent a Seadoo or power boat, Camp Rich is your summer fun headquarters.

Miles of Sandy beaches awaits the visitor to Camp Richardson Marina, where everything from Seadoo and power boat rentals, to paddle boat and kayaks are available. Kids and adults alike will enjoy relaxing on the long stretch of beach, and enjoy the swimming area. Still looking for ways to have fun at Camp Rich? Try the Lake Tahoe Waterski School, or the newest craze…Parasailing!

With the closest marina to Emerald Bay and one of the lake’s longest piers, the Camp Richardson Marina offers an endless array of ways to have fun exploring the incredible blue waters of Lake Tahoe. A gas dock, as well as launching and mooring facilities are available for those who would like to bring their own boat up tot he lake. During the summer months, the marina is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Camp Richardson offers a long boating season, with fall specials running through September. For more information contact the marina directly at 530-542-6570.

For those looking to mountain bike on some of the finest trails found in the United states, stop by the Mountain Sports Center at Camp Rich (located directly across from the hotel). With one of the lake’s largest selection of bikes to rent, and the most up-to-date information on where to ride or hike, the Mountain Sports Center also features a large selection of maps, guidebooks and bike accessories. Located right on a paved bike path, the Mountain Sports Center is the closest bike rental location to the Tallac Historic Estates, the USFS Stream Profile Chamber, as well as several small alpine lakes and waterfalls. There are miles of safe, paved trails which are perfect for the entire family – never ride on city streets. Many hiking trails are located right by Camp Rich, and lead to surrounding peaks and ridges, including Tallac & Fallen Leaf Lake.

 

The Marina
530-542-6570

  • Boat Rentals
  • Waverunners
  • Kayaks/Paddleboats
  • Sportfishing
  • Launching/Mooring
  • Guided Tours
  • Waterski School
  • Fishing Carters

Beaches

  • Baldwin Beach
  • Kiva Beach
  • Tallac Beach
  • Camp Richardson Beach
  • Pope Beach

Camp Richardson Corral
530-541-3113

  • Riding Lessons
  • Guided Trail Rides
  • Wagon & Hay Rides
  • Sleigh Rides

Mountain Sports Center
530-542-6584

  • Mountain Bike Rentals
  • Bike Accessories & Repairs
  • Hiking/Biking Information

Tallac Historic Site
530-541-4975

  • Valhalla Arts and Music Festival
  • Baldwin Museum
  • Artist in Action
  • Valhalla Boathouse Theater
  • Stream Profile Chamber
  • Interpretive Walks